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Holiday Cheer Is Unlikely
In Latest Economic Data

October's index of leading indicators is forecast to slip 0.3% after September's 0.3% rise. And the University of Michigan's consumer-sentiment index is projected to skid.

Higher Profits Expected At Gap and Abercrombie

Results will be out from Gap, which has projected a profit rise of more 20%, thanks to tight inventory controls. Its October same-store sales fell 8%, however. Profit at rival Abercrombie & Fitch is also forecast...